Medical Director

Position: Medical Director
Company: Medi-Weightloss 
Location: Des Moines, IA

About Us:
Join our thriving team at Medi-Weightloss where we're dedicated to transforming lives by helping individuals achieve their health and weight loss goals. Our personalized medical weight loss programs, combined with a supportive and caring environment, make us a leader in the industry. We are seeking a talented and experienced Medical Director with front office expertise to enhance our team.

Why Join Us:
• Dynamic Team Culture: Be part of a talented and collaborative team committed to excellence in patient care.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Thrive in an environment that values your skills and offers opportunities for professional development.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.

Essential Job Functions:

• Review patient files in accordance with state guidelines;
• Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff
• Participates in quality improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by Company.
• Assist Company with the development of the protocols and the delivery of staff training
• Provide input, medical direction, and support to Company;
• Facilitates referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as necessary and will communicate with collaborating physician and/ or specialist regarding patient’s care
• Participate in the provision and coordination of medical care at the Clinic;
• Advise and assist Company regarding the implementation of patient care policies and other general Clinic policies and procedures;
• Advise Company concerning market issues and potential practice opportunities;
• Comply with and follow all lawful Company policies and procedures, as amended from time to time;
• Accurately maintain all records and preserve such records;
• Upon request, fully and accurately disclose to Company all matters pertaining to the affairs of Company, including all letters, accounts, writings, and other information, that may come into possession or to his/her attention;
• Participate in and assist with interviewing, hiring and evaluation of Clinic personnel.
• Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests, and inquiries from patients.

Non-essential Job Functions:

• Documents patient progress notes in the patient chart and/or EMR
• Conducts consultations with patients regarding the program
• Performs other clinical duties as required
• Conducts follow up calls to patients to discuss the patient's progress and address any concerns
• Participates in refresher training as requested by management. Refresher training may be by means of Regional Trainings, Onsite Support by Corporate Office, Boot camps, and eLearning.
• Performs other clinical duties as required and needed to complete daily responsibilities and provide patient care.

Other Requirements:

• Current Medical License & Active DEA

Preferred

• Active practice
• General Practice, Family Practice, OBGYN, Internal Medicine, or related discipline

• Employer covers malpractice premium as well as medical guideline training & associated travel.

Job Type: Part-time